01944cam a22003133u 4500 26158 UtSlPG 20260610133611.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QK Beal, W. J. (William James), 1833-1924 Seed Dispersal Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-07-31 Produced by Ron Swanson "Seed Dispersal" by W. J. Beal is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work addresses the various mechanisms by which plants spread their seeds, examining processes like transportation by wind, water, and animals. The book serves as a resource for young botanists and educators, encouraging exploration and investigation into the fascinating methods of plant dispersal. The opening of the work introduces the concept of seed dispersal and highlights the role of animals in plant migration. Beal gives relatable examples of larger animals that naturally move to new areas for food or safety and discusses smaller creatures using creative means, like riding on larger animals or engaging in passive transportation through water or wind. This foundational discussion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of various plant species and their unique adaptations for seed dispersal, emphasizing the intricate relationships between plants and animals in nature's ecological processes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Plant propagation Seeds -- Dispersal https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26158 67159 67159